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About the SD Written Exam

Once you're confident that you've spent sufficient time studying your practice test, it's time to go down to the DPS to take your written exam. Although you're not required to make an appointment, it's always a good idea. You can use our DPS Office Finder to locate the office nearest you.

It's important to note that the South Dakota written exam is composed of questions that cover safe-driving practices and rules of the road.

You'll need to answer 80% of the questions correctly to pass, and you'll be given 3 attempts to pass the test.